Where U.S. Buyers Are Sourcing Manufacturing Work Today
The way buyers source custom manufacturing is changing fast.
Gone are the days when purchase orders were awarded solely through Rolodexes, phone calls…
Tariffs, Supply Chains & U.S. Manufacturing: The 2025 Update
Six months after proposed import tariffs, U.S. manufacturers face new supply dynamics, shifting RFQs, and margin pressure. Learn what’s changed, wh…
The Hidden Cost of Overpaying for Materials
Overpaying for materials erodes margins and competitiveness in manufacturing. Learn how smarter sourcing with MFG Materials helps shops save money and…
Why 75% of Buyers Judge You by Your Website First
Research shows 75% of buyers judge credibility by a supplier’s website. Learn why your shop’s online presence matters and how to launch a professi…
How Trump’s Proposed Tariffs on Imports Could Reshape Supply Chains and Boost U.S. Manufacturing
Discover how the Trump Administration's proposed tariffs on imports are reshaping global supply chains and creating new opportunities for U.S. manufac…
3D Printing vs Plastic Injection Molding
Better understand the differences between 3d printing and plastic injection molding to determine which one is the best to use for your product.
Guide to Plastic Injection Molding
From Lego bricks to sophisticated car parts and medical devices, plastic injection molding is a leading technology for creating plastic components.
How To Fix Splay In Injection Molding
Splay is a common defect in plastic injection molding processes. Read about what splay is, how it happens, and what you can do to reduce splay injecti…
Enhancing Supply Chain Integrity: The Power of Transparency, Visibility, and Digital Procurement
Learn what supply chain transparency and visibility mean, how they differ, and how digital procurement can enhance both to create more efficient and t…
Forming Sheet Metal Parts with 3D Printing
Traditional sheet metal forming methods have challenges, such as high costs and long lead times for tooling. These issues slow down the production pro…